CVE-2009-4490: mini_httpd 1.19 writes data to a log file without sanitizing non-printable characters, which might allow re...

Security readout for executives and security teams

mini_httpd 1.19 can write attacker-controlled terminal escape characters into logs. The business risk is mainly to administrators or automation that later displays raw logs in a terminal, where those characters may alter the terminal and possibly trigger dangerous behavior. Exposure is most likely on legacy systems still running mini_httpd 1.19, especially internet-facing instances whose raw access logs are viewed in terminal emulators or processed by unsafe log viewers. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item with operational safety implications. It is not confirmed as actively exploited, but affected systems can put administrators at risk during routine log review. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire or update mini_httpd 1.19 deployments where possible.; Check vendor or distribution guidance for fixed packages or recommended replacements.; Sanitize or escape non-printable characters before storing or displaying web logs..

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Jun 28, 2026, 03:36 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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